Australian Nintendo Switch Releases (April 23, 2018)

Hey Switchaboos, what a week we have for you! There are a ridiculous 26 games coming out this week! And these aren’t small games, either. We have South Park: The Fractured but Whole, KORG for Nintendo Switch, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm, Jotun: Valhalla Edition, and many more!

So what are we waiting for, let’s go!

Note: All prices are in AUD and all release dates are for the Australian eShop. Also, releases can still be subjected to change after the release of this update.

South Park: The Fractured but Whole

Release Date 24/04/18

Price $89.95

Developed By Ubisoft

Published By Ubisoft

Rating R18+

Genre RPG

Required Space 14.1 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / Mac / Linux / PS4 / Xbox One

The creators of South Park are back with their sequel to South Park: The Stick of Truth. This game takes a more strategy RPG approach and delve into the crime-ridden underbelly of South Park with Coon and Friends.

Firefighters – The Simulation

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Release Date 24/04/18

Price $60.00

Developed By United Independent Entertainment

Published By United Independent Entertainment

Rating G

Genre Simulation

Required Space 775 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One

Ever wanted to risk your life to put out fires in the safety of your own home? Well, now you can! Battle a wide range of fires in a large open world featuring a city, nuclear power plant, industrial park and countryside.

Firefighters: Airport Fire Department

Release Date 24/04/18

Price $60.00

Developed By United Independent Entertainment

Published By United Independent Entertainment

Rating G

Genre Simulation

Required Space 564 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One

Put out airport fires in this realistic fire fighting simulation game. Featuring realistic models of fire fighting vehicles, over 20km² of airport grounds and a detailed vitality system for information about your own fitness.

Where Are My Friends?

Release Date 25/04/18

Price $9.00

Developed By Beard Games Studio

Published By Sometimes You

Rating G

Genre Arcade / Adventure / Platformer / Puzzle

Required Space 2.4 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC

Wheye, an eye on a ball, had come to the planet where his friends studied local species, however his friends are now missing. In this game without words, do whatever you can to get them back. Featuring four different genres in one single game, every level is different: Runner, Metroidvania, Point’n’click Adventure and Puzzle-Platformer.

Death Road to Canada

Release Date 25/04/18

Price $19.95

Developed By Rocketcat Games / Madgarden

Published By Ukiyo Publishing

Rating M

Genre Action / Adventure

Required Space 160 MB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On PC / iOS / Android / PS4 / Xbox One

This game is focussed around the concept of replayability as everything is randomized: locations, events, survivor appearances, personalities and even the story. However, the game doesn’t take itself too seriously. With up to 500 zombies to hunt down (or run from) at a time in 2-player co-op, this game is for anyone who loves mowing down zombies. That and you can teach a dog how to drive a car… sold!

Agatha Knife

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $13.25

Developed By Mango Protocol

Published By Mango Protocol

Rating M

Genre Adventure / Puzzle

Required Space 211 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / Linux / Mac / Xbox One

Ever wanted to create your own religion just so that you can not feel guilty about eating meat? Well, now you can! With an incredibly unique story filled with many peculiar characters, this critically-acclaimed adventure game will have you convincing animals to sacrifice themselves of their flesh in order to unlock the secret to eternal happiness.

Sparkle ZERO

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $7.50

Published By Forever Entertainment

Rating G

Genre Arcade / Simulation

Required Space 114 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / iOS / Android

Start from Zero and become the biggest organism of them all by fighting for resources. With amazing graphics, amazing mood music a variety of organisms populating the different layers of the world, this game has a lot to offer.

Goetia

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $15.00 (30% off until 3/05/18: $10.50)

Published By Forever Entertainment

Rating PG

Genre Adventure

Required Space 1.7 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC

In this point & click adventure, the ruins of Oakmarsh are filled with dark secrets as you play as the ghost of a young lady, Abigail Blackwood.

Sky Rogue

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $26.99

Developed By Fractal phase

Published By Fractal phase

Rating PG

Genre Action / Simulation / Arcade / Shooter

Required Space 245 MB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On PC

Fly through the skies in fwooshy rogue-lite action to blow things up over land, sea and air. With procedurally-generated levels, battle it out with enemy aircrafts and battleships. Exclusive to the Switch version, motion controls have been implemented to recreate the feeling of flying your very own fighter plane.

Another Lost Phone: Laura’s Story

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $9.00

Developed By Accidental Queens / Seaven Studio

Published By Plug In Digital

Rating MA15+

Genre Other / Puzzle / Simulation / Board Game

Required Space 100 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / Mac / Linux / iOS / Android

In this spiritual sequel to A Normal Lost Phone, explore the social life of Laura who has just lost her phone and you have just found. Piece together elements from the different applications to, messages and pictures to progress through the game.

KORG Gadget for Nintendo Switch

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $58.50

Published By DETUNE

Genre Music / System Tool / Utility / Party

Required Space 559 MB

Players 1 – 4

Players (Local Wireless) 1 – 8

Also Released On PC / Mac / Linux / iOS

Ever wanted to create music from your Nintendo Switch? Well, now you can! The award-winning music creation software is now available on Switch with a wide variety of instrumental gadgets and an simple and intuitive graphical interface.

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $79.90

Developed By Bandai Namco Entertainment

Published By Bandai Namco Entertainment

Rating PG

Genre Action / Fighting

Required Space 17.6 GB

Players 1 – 2

Players (Online) 2 – 8

Also Released On PC / Mac / Linux / PS4 / Xbox One

This collection contains three Naruto Storm games in one breathtaking collection. Established by the anime and manga series, fight it out as powerful ninjas in three classic HD remasters.

This games takes players through the Naruto Shippuden story arc with new battle systems enhancing the gameplay. Choose companions to fight alongside you and unleash explosive Team Special Techniques.

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 Full Burst

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $30.95

Developed By Bandai Namco Entertainment

Published By Bandai Namco Entertainment

Rating PG

Genre Action / Fighting

Required Space 6.6 MB

Players 1 – 2

Players (Online) 2 – 8

Also Released On PC / Mac / Linux / PS4 / Xbox One

With a wealth of adjustments and enhancements to the gameplay, this third instalment of the Ultimate Ninja Storm trilogy takes place in the chapter where Sasuke and Itachi take on Kabuto.

Hello Kitty Kruisers With Sanrio Friends

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $37.50

Developed By Scarab Entertainment

Published By Rising Star Games

Rating G

Genre Racing

Required Space 646 MB

Players 1 – 4

Also Released On Wii U

It’s like Mario Kart, but with Hello Kitty characters. Collect items and shoot at each other, race in the air in little planes or ride in a boat and race on a river.

Saturday Morning RPG

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $12.00

Developed By Mighty Rabbit Studios

Published By Limited Run Games

Rating PG

Genre RPG / Adventure / Strategy

Required Space 896 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / Mac / Linux / PS4 / PS Vita / iOS / Android

This Japanese style RPG is set in a world heavily inspired by 80s Saturday morning cartoons and pop culture. Play as Martin ‘Marty’ Michael Hall, and average high-school student who has been granted incredible power that attracts the ire of Commander Hood.

ACA Neo Geo Ghost Pilots

Unfortunately, we couldn’t find an official trailer for ACA Neo Geo Ghost Pilots. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $10.50

Developed By SNK

Published By Hamster

Rating PG

Genre Shooter / Arcade

Required Space 82.0 MB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On Neo Geo / Neo Geo CD / Arcade

This classic arcade SHMUP lets you fly an old-fashioned seaplane and fight two powerful nations that are invading their own country.

A Robot Named Fight

Release Date 26/04/18

Price $20.99

Developed By Matt Bitner Games

Published By Hitcents

Rating MA15+

Genre Action / Adventure / Platformer / Shooter

Required Space 878 MB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On PC

In this roguelite metroidvania, play as a lone robot who much stop Megabeast, an evil monster that is stirring amidst the stars. Explore a procedurally-generated labyrinth with true permadeath for a challenge that will be sure to test your skills.

12 Orbits

Release Date 27/04/18

Price $2.49

Developed By Roman Uhlig

Published By Roman Uhlig

Rating G

Genre Party / Action / Arcade / Sports

Required Space 179 MB

Players 2 – 12

Also Released On PC / iOS / Android

12 Orbits is a unique multiplayer puzzle game that can be played with up to 12 players on a single Nintendo Switch. Play with just a single button each (or even the touch screen) and control your own little dot. With four varied game modes, 20 maps and five modifiers to choose from, this game brings your friends and family together on one system.

Jotun: Valhalla Edition

Release Date 27/04/18

Price $17.50

Developed By Thunder Lotus Games

Published By Thunder Lotus Games

Rating M

Genre Action / Adventure

Required Space 3.7 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / Mac / Linux / PS4 / Xbox One / Wii U

Jotun is a hand-drawn action game set in Norse mythology. Explore vast regions of Norse Purgatory and battle against giant Nordic gods, creatures and giants. Summon powers bestowed upon you by the Viking Gods and explore nine vast and mysterious levels filled with Viking mythology.

DragoDino

Release Date 27/04/18

Price $15.00

Developed By TealRocks Studio

Published By Plug In Digital

Rating G

Genre Adventure / Platformer / Action / Fighting

Required Space 1.9 GB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On PC / Xbox One

In this epic adventure, play as Bob (a cute DragoDino) and fight your way to the top. Explore and fight enemies across 10 levels and collect up to 40 power ups in a cartoon world.

Save the Ninja Clan

Release Date 27/04/18

Price $7.50

Developed By Sometimes You

Published By Sometimes You

Rating PG

Genre Action / Puzzle / Other

Required Space 302 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One

An evil Ninja has kidnapped your friends and you must collect scrolls in order to find them. Play as different ninjas (each with their own unique abilities) and traverse through 30 unique levels. You can even make the game easier or harder by adjusting the game speed.

Late Shift

Release Date 27/04/18

Price $19.50

Developed By CtrlMovie / Wales Interactive

Published By Wales Interactive

Rating MA15+

Genre Adventure / Action

Required Space 6.9 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / iOS / PS4 / Xbox One

From the author that brought you Sherlock Holmes (2009), Late Shift is an FMV video game featuring over 180 decision points. After being forced into the robbery of a lucrative auction house, Matt is left proving his innocence in the brutal London Heist. Your choices will have consequences and one small decision can change the entire outcome.

Bouncy Bob

Release Date 27/04/18

Price $7.99

Developed By All Those Moments

Published By Sonka

Rating PG

Genre Party / Action / Arcade / Platformer

Required Space 168 MB

Players 1 – 4

Also Released On PC

Defeat hordes of zombies and seal your fate with the push of one button. With local multiplayer for up to four players, 15 arenas to play in and HD Rumble, this party action game will have you and your friends around the TV for hours on end.

Super Saurio Fly

Release Date 28/04/18

Price $19.35

Developed By Fraxel Games S.L

Published By Fraxel Games

Rating G

Genre Platformer / Adventure / Arcade

Required Space 2.5 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC

In this 2D arcade platformer adventure game, play as Super Saurio, a pterodactyl, and utilise his ability to fly dodge traps and defeat dinosaurs. Go on a mission to retrieve Saurio’s stolen eggs and defeat those who took them.

Switchaboo Pick of the Week

What a massive week of releases with so many games coming out in such a short amount of time. Not only that, but they contain some truly amazing games, but which one is our Pick of the Week? Well, it is…

Drum roll, please…

South Park: The Fractured but Whole!

Credit Ubisoft

Ubisoft has been supporting the Switch a lot since its release and has not wavered once. Truth be told, we were expecting to see a release of South Park: The Stick of Truth first, but we are still very happy to see South Park: The Fractured but Whole make its way to the Switch.

South Park: The Fractured but Whole is a turn-based strategy RPG that is a parody of all of the superhero movies that have been releasing lately. There are a tonne of games being released this week, but South Park: The Fractured but Whole is the first one that we would recommend.

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